August 7, 2026
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
Laker Country 104.9 FM WJRS

 

  • Home
  • WJRS News
  • Obituaries
  • Local Sports
  • Listen Live
  • Advertising
  • Community
    • Submit A Community Event
    • Community Links
    • Community Features
  • Podcasts
  • About
    • Laker Country Staff
    • Contest Rules
    • Contact Us
    • Public Inspection File
    • FCC Applications
  • Newsletter
WJRS NEWS HEADLINES
  • [ August 6, 2026 ] Dunnville Woman Arrested on Multiple Charges in Russell Springs WJRS News
  • [ August 6, 2026 ] Russell County Indictment Leads to Arrest on Rape, Incest Charges WJRS News
  • [ August 6, 2026 ] Jamestown Applies for $1.5 Million Grant to Replace Water Intake Barge WJRS News
  • [ August 6, 2026 ] Large Crowd Celebrates Opening of Air Methods Base WJRS News
  • [ August 6, 2026 ] Firefighters Called to Early Morning Blaze at Stephens Pipe & Steel WJRS News
Home2021May

Month: May 2021

WJRS News

14 active cases of COVID-19 in Russell County on Thursday

May 13, 2021 Zac Oakes

Lake Cumberland District Daily COVID-19 Case Summary County Active Cases Hospitalized Self-Isolation Released Death(s) Total Per 10K Total Gain New Case Gain 1. Adair 31.00 2.00 29.00 1,798.00 52.00 1,881.00 979.59 5.00 5.00 2. Casey […]

Tweet
Share
WJRS News

Another federal lawsuit filed against former RCSO deputy

May 13, 2021 Zac Oakes

* Note from the News Director: The allegations contained in this story come from a federal lawsuit that was filed in U.S. District Court. The claims presented in the lawsuit have not been proven true in […]

Tweet
Share
WJRS News

Local resort receives TripAdvisor travel award

May 13, 2021 Zac Oakes

LakePointe Resort off Highway 1383 in the Eli community was recently awarded as a recipient of the 2021 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards. The awards are given annually for lodging and hospitality businesses that are known […]

Tweet
Share
WJRS News

CDC dropping mask requirement for fully vaccinated people

May 13, 2021 Zac Oakes

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Thursday that people who are fully vaccinated against Covid-19 no longer need to wear masks or physically distance, indoors or outdoors, in most circumstances. The decision was […]

Tweet
Share
WJRS News

Russell Springs City Council to meet tonight

May 13, 2021 Zac Oakes

The Russell Springs City Council will hold its regular monthly meeting tonight. The meeting will be held at Russell Springs City Hall at 6 p.m. The agenda for the meeting is below. PRAYER PLEDGE OF […]

Tweet
Share
Obituaries

Joyce C. Ford Wilson, age 74, of Somerset

May 13, 2021 Sean Hammond

Joyce C. Ford Wilson, age 74, of Russell Springs, passed away on Monday, May 10, 2021, at the Jean Waddle Care Center in Somerset. Born on August 17, 1946, in Somerset, she was the daughter […]

Tweet
Share
Local Sports

Landon Walters pitches no-hitter in win over Clinton County

May 12, 2021 Zac Oakes

Landon Walters pitched four innings and allowed no hits while striking out 13 of the 15 batters he faced as the Russell County JV team defeated Clinton County 10-0. Walter also drove in three runs […]

Tweet
Share
Local Sports

Lakers clinch top spot in district with win

May 12, 2021 Zac Oakes

The Russell County Lakers picked up a district win on the road at Clinton County last night by a score of 5-3, clinching the top spot in the 16th District. Nick Aaron picked up the […]

Tweet
Share
WJRS News

State will open COVID vaccines to 12-15 year olds on Thursday

May 12, 2021 Zac Oakes

Children ages 12-15 will be able to receive the COVID-19 vaccine at state vaccination sites beginning today. The FDA approved the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children between the ages of 12-15 on Wednesday. Consent from […]

Tweet
Share
WJRS News

Russell County has 15 active COVID-19 cases

May 12, 2021 Zac Oakes

Statewide Testing Positivity Rate: 3.08%. Deaths: We are pleased to report no new deaths today. We have experienced a total of 426 deaths resulting in a 1.92% mortality rate (about 1 in 52) among known […]

Tweet
Share

Posts pagination

« 1 … 10 11 12 … 17 »

current radar

NWS LMK Radar

Recent Podcasts

  • Community Conversation 8-6

    Russell Springs City Park Director Daniel Buster joins Jeff Hoover to discuss the latest improvements at the park, including construction on the new golf course and turf ballfield projects. He also shares details about the city's free Back to School Bash, featuring inflatables, games, free food, swimming, and family fun before students head back to class.

  • Community Conversation 8-5

    Jeff Hoover is joined by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rocky Adkins to discuss his campaign for Kentucky governor. Adkins reflects on his decades of public service, outlines his vision for the state's future, and shares his priorities for economic development, education, healthcare, and working across party lines. He also talks about how his and his wife's experiences as cancer survivors have shaped his perspective on leadership and public service.

  • Community Conversation 8-4

    Russell County Judge-Executive Randy Marcum provides an update on county government, including the new fiscal year budget, the upcoming property tax rate process, and more than $1 million in planned road improvement projects. He also discusses the community commodities program, construction progress on the new Russell County Hospital and Extension Office, the opening of Air Methods at the Russell County Airport, and other developments aimed at improving services and supporting future growth across the county.

  • Community Conversation 8-3

    Jeff Hoover is joined by marriage and family therapist Joy Jones to discuss an upcoming community seminar focused on human trafficking awareness. Jones shares her experience working with survivors, explains common warning signs of exploitation, and talks about how parents, educators, churches, and community members can help protect vulnerable individuals through education and awareness.

  • Community Conversation 7-31

    Jeff Hoover talks with Dr. Emiley Button, Director of Nursing at Lindsey Wilson University, about the school's new fully online RN to BSN program. They discuss how the program helps working nurses earn their bachelor's degree, partnerships with area hospitals and Somerset Community College, tuition assistance opportunities, and the growing demand for nurses across Kentucky.

Subscribe to Our E-Newsletter

Sign up to receive our free daily recap of local news, sports, obituaries, and weather. (*=required field)
ABOUT US

LakerCountry.com is a service of WJRS Radio, a division of Lake Cumberland Broadcasters, LLC
2804 South Highway 127, Russell Springs, KY 42642 | (270) 343-4444 | Email

Legal Stuff
Copyright © Lake Cumberland Broadcasters, LLC. All rights reserved.
Web Development by World Wide Web Worx